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Nonionic alcohol ethoxylate with balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic character for versatile performance.
Excellent wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing properties in aqueous systems.
Good compatibility with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants.
Low foaming profile suitable for high-shear and industrial cleaning applications.
Biodegradable under aerobic conditions, supporting sustainable formulation goals.
Industrial and institutional (I&I) cleaners, including floor and surface cleaners.
Agrochemical formulations such as emulsifiable concentrates (EC) and suspension concentrates (SC).
Textile auxiliaries for scouring, dye leveling, and dispersion of pigments.
Paints and coatings as a stabilizer and co-emulsifier in waterborne systems.
Household hard-surface cleaners requiring low foam and high soil removal efficiency.
| Chemical Type | Alcohol ethoxylate (C13–C15 linear alcohols, avg. 10 EO units) |
| Product Form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to colorless, clear to slightly hazy liquid |
| pH (1% aqueous solution, 20 °C) | 5.5 – 7.0 |
| Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution) | Approx. 58–62 °C |
| Active Content (wt. %) | 99.0 – 100.0% |
| Viscosity (20 °C) | 150 – 300 mPa·s |
| Primary Applications | Wetting agent, emulsifier, dispersant, solubilizer |
Q1: What is the primary chemical nature of Lutensol AP 10?
A: Lutensol AP 10 is a nonionic surfactant based on alkylphenol ethoxylate chemistry, featuring a branched nonylphenol hydrophobic group and an average of 10 ethylene oxide units in its hydrophilic chain.
Q2: In which types of industrial cleaning formulations is Lutensol AP 10 most commonly applied?
A: It is widely used in heavy-duty liquid cleaners for metalworking, industrial degreasers, and alkaline soak cleaners where good soil suspension, emulsification of oils, and compatibility with builders and chelants are required.
Q3: How does Lutensol AP 10 perform in hard water conditions?
A: As a nonionic surfactant, Lutensol AP 10 maintains effective performance in hard water without precipitation or significant loss of detergency, making it suitable for formulations used in variable water quality environments.
Q4: Is Lutensol AP 10 compatible with anionic and cationic surfactants?
A: It shows good physical and functional compatibility with many anionic surfactants (e.g., LAS, AES) in typical cleaning formulations, but should be evaluated case-by-case when combined with cationic species due to potential interactions affecting stability or performance.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range for Lutensol AP 10 in industrial cleaner concentrates?
A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and target performance, but it is generally used at low concentrations—typically ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight in finished liquid products.
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